Custom trigger body

ABSTRACT

The present disclosure provides a system and method for customizing the look, feel and fit of a trigger for a firearm. The system and method allows for customization by attaching various interchangeable trigger covers over the trigger body.

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/582,117, filed Nov. 6, 2017, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

BACKGROUND

It is desirable to customize the look and the fit of the trigger of a firearm.

SUMMARY

The present disclosure provides a system and method for customizing the look, feel and fit of a trigger for a firearm. The system and method allows for customization by attaching various interchangeable trigger covers over the trigger body.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

FIG. 1 is an assembly view of an embodiment of an adjustable trigger assembly according to principles of the present disclosure;

FIG. 2 is a first end view of a first component of the trigger assembly of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a second end view of the component of the trigger assembly of FIG. 2;

FIG. 4 is a cross sectional view of the component of the trigger assembly of FIG. 2;

FIG. 5 is a first end view of a second component of the trigger assembly of FIG. 1;

FIG. 6 is a side view of the component of the trigger assembly of FIG. 5;

FIG. 7 is a cross sectional view of the component of the trigger assembly of FIG. 5; and

FIG. 8 is a side view of the trigger assembly of FIG. 1 in a handgun with portions of the handgun removed for clarity.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Referring to the FIGS., an embodiment of the trigger assembly according to the principles of the present disclosure are described in further detail. The trigger assembly is generally shown and described herein with reference to a 1911 style handgun; however, it should be appreciated that the embodiments of the trigger according to the present disclosure can be adapted to be used in many different types of firearms (e.g., shotguns, rifles, and handgun styles other than the 1911). The disclosure herein is not intended to limit the applicability of the present disclosure to a trigger for a particular firearm style.

Referring to FIGS. 1-8 generally, a trigger assembly 10 according to principles of the present disclosure is described herein. In the depicted embodiment, the trigger assembly 10 is configured to include an interchangeable outer shell 12. The outer shells can have many different configurations (constructions, looks, sizes and feels). For example, the outer shell 12 can be made of a variety of different materials including aluminum, chrome, brass, gold, polymer, etc. The various materials can provide a particular look and feel that the shooter finds desirable. In addition, the outer shells can be customized to include artistic engravings, initials, or names. Also, the outer shells can have different textures and finishes and can have different shapes and sizes.

In the depicted embodiment, the outer shell 12 defines a trigger finger engaging surface 14 that has a specific curved profile. The outer shell 12 can define a variety of different profiles for the finger engaging surface 14. Some profiles can be more or less curved, while others could be straight. The width and length of the outer shell 12 can also vary to accommodate the shooter's hand size and desired finger position. In the depicted embodiment, the trigger shell 12 also includes a flat top surface 16 and a flat bottom surface 17 that are configured to travel forward and rearward in a lateral direction. It should be appreciated that other alternative embodiments of the trigger shell are possible.

In the depicted embodiment, the trigger assembly 10 also includes a trigger bow 18 configured to extend through a handle of a firearm and around a top portion of a magazine 22 of a firearm. The trigger bow 18 includes a neck portion 24 and a head portion 26 that is configured to engage the trigger base 50. In the depicted embodiment, the head portion 26 of the trigger bow 18 is configured to be received within a slot/channel in the trigger base 50. Apertures in the head portion 26 align with apertures in the trigger base 50. Pins 25 are extended through the aperture thereby securing the trigger base 50 to the trigger bow 18. In the depicted embodiment, there are two spaced apart apertures in the trigger base 50 and trigger bow 18, which are configured to receive two pins. It should be appreciated that many alternative configurations are also possible.

In the depicted embodiment, the trigger bow 18 includes a back or rear portion 28 that engages a disconnector 30. The disconnector 30 is configured to selectively block or allow rearward motion of the trigger bow 18. In the depicted embodiment, the trigger bow 18 is configured such that in addition to the adjustment of the resting position of the trigger, the travel of the trigger can also be adjusted. In the depicted embodiment, the trigger bow 18 also includes a front portion 34, spaced apart opposed side members 36, 38 connected between the back portion 28 and front portion 34. The neck portion 24 extends forwardly from the front portion 34. It should be appreciated that many other different linkage configurations are possible other than the above described trigger bow.

In the depicted embodiment, the term trigger bow is used as it is a common term to reference the structure of a trigger in a 1911 style handgun that links the trigger body (e.g., the shoe) to the other firing components located rearward of the clip and partially within the handle. As discussed above, it should be appreciated, however, that the principles of the present disclosure are applicable to many other styles of firearms. The term trigger linkage is used herein to refer generically to the structure that mechanically interfaces between the trigger body and other firing components of the firearm (e.g., disconnector, sear, hammer, etc.). The term linkage as used herein refers to one or more physical structures that are connected together or arranged to mechanically engage each other (e.g., contact). In the depicted embodiment, the linkage (e.g., the trigger bow) extends through a portion of the trigger body. In the depicted embodiment, the linkage is engaged with the trigger body in that it moves with the trigger body, but is not rigidly connected to it or pinned to it. It should be appreciated that in alternative embodiments the interface could be different.

In the depicted embodiment, the trigger base 50 is configured such that it fits inside the trigger shell 12. In the depicted embodiment, the trigger base 50 is completely nested inside of the trigger shell 12 such that the trigger base 50 is not visible to the user after the trigger shell 12 is connected to the trigger base 50. In the depicted embodiment, the trigger base 50 includes a threaded aperture 27 that is aligned with a aperture in the trigger shell 12. A threaded bolt 29 secures the trigger shell 12 to the trigger base 50. In the depicted embodiment, the aperture 21 in the trigger shell 12 is not threaded, and the trigger shell 12 is configured to be driven against the trigger base 50 when the bolt 29 is tightened.

The present disclosure also provides a method of interchanging trigger shells. The method includes the steps of unbolting the trigger shell from a trigger base, removing it, aligning a different trigger shell with the trigger base, and bolting it to the trigger base.

The above specification, examples and data provide a complete description of the manufacture and use of the composition of the invention. Since many embodiments of the invention can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, the invention resides in the claims hereinafter appended. 

We claim:
 1. A trigger assembly for a firearm comprising: a trigger body; and an interchangeable trigger cover configured to mate to the trigger body. 